As SpongeBob SquarePants celebrates its remarkable 25th anniversary, the beloved show's cast and crew recently opened up about the episodes that hold special meaning in their hearts.
During a candid interview at New York Comic Con, the talented voices behind Bikini Bottom's favorite characters reflected on their most memorable moments from the past quarter-century.
For Carolyn Lawrence, who voices Sandy Cheeks, the emotional ending of "Texas" resonates deeply. The episode explores Sandy's homesickness and her ultimate realization that home exists wherever her friends are.
Tom Kenny, the voice of SpongeBob, and producer Vincent Waller both cherish "Mimic Madness." The episode features SpongeBob performing "Who Am I?" - a song that Kenny says beautifully encapsulates his lifelong talent for voices that once got him into trouble at Catholic school.
Mr. Lawrence, Plankton's voice actor, holds "The Ghost of Plankton" close to his heart as it marks his final collaboration with series creator Stephen Hillenburg. "It was the last episode that Steve had an idea in the room," Lawrence shared with evident emotion.
For Rodger Bumpass (Squidward), the rare moments when his character gets to showcase his singing talents stand out, particularly in "Band Geeks". His castmates praised his performance in the upcoming "Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie."
Bill Fagerbakke, who brings Patrick Star to life, remains deeply moved by the pilot episode "Help Wanted." He described watching the completed episode as an "epiphany" that revealed "one of the greatest cartoons I'd ever seen."
Producer Marc Ceccarelli fondly remembers the 20th anniversary special featuring live-action versions of the characters, which the cast described as a surreal "Twilight Zone" experience.
The cast also emphasized how their chemistry has deepened over 25 years, comparing their dynamic to a well-seasoned band. Despite challenges like recording separately during COVID-19, their connection remains strong, powered by shared laughter and creativity in the recording booth.
As SpongeBob continues to delight audiences worldwide, the show's enduring success stems from this remarkable collaboration between passionate artists who still find joy in bringing Bikini Bottom to life after all these years.